Business Membership Application

Acknowledgment of Business Membership Requirements and Dues

Please acknowledge that you have read and understand the following requirements for Business Membership with the American Gem Society (AGS):

1. A minimum of three (3) recommendations as required by the AGS Membership Policies currently in effect. Note: The AGS membership team will provide the specific requirements and support you in obtaining the recommendations.
2. Business Type Requirements:
   • Retail: Be engaged in the retailing of jewelry, watches, and/or jewelry-related services.
     • The business will employ at least one Credentialed Employee (Registered Jeweler or higher). Note: New members or those undergoing staffing changes have up to two (2) years from date of membership approval or staffing change to meet this requirement.
     • If applicable, each additional storefront the business operates will have at least one employee with a Designation or Credential (Certified Sales Associate/Jewelry Evaluation Advisor^® or higher).
   • Partner: Be engaged in the manufacture, distribution, design, or provision of services related to jewelry, including appraisals, gemstones, watches, or related products.
3. All Business Types: A representative of the business will complete the AGS 101 education module.
4. All Business Types: The business possesses a microscope or equivalent gemological equipment or technology suitable for proper gem identification, if applicable.